Community Impact
JUMP Outreach Program of The Cato T. Laurencin Institute at UConn: Teaching Hartford Students About Healthy Eating
Just Us Moving Program (JUMP) and Young Innovator Investigator Program (YIIP) UConn students are making a community impact by educating young children about the importance of making healthier food choices.
High School Students Gain Hands-On Experience Through UConn Health’s Summer Volunteer Program
This summer, 65 high school students joined UConn Health through the Summer Student Volunteer Program, gaining real-world experience, supporting patients and staff, and exploring future careers in health care.
Connecticut Releases its Occupational Disease Annual Labor Day Report
Latest data analysis of UConn School of Medicine expert shows Connecticut’s occupational disease cases are over 31,000 annually
Connecticut Grows Pediatricians
Meet Connecticut's own Dr. Katherine Phillips who is excited to stay at UConn for her pediatric residency training.
Husky Reads Brings the Joy of Reading and Healthy Lifestyles to Connecticut Preschoolers
The UConn Husky Nutrition & Sport initiative connects UConn students with hundreds of young children across the state each year
The Cato T. Laurencin Lifetime Research Award Given to Dr. Paula A. Johnson
The 2025 Cato T. Laurencin Lifetime Research Award was bestowed upon Dr. Paula A. Johnson at the opening ceremonies of the National Medical Association annual meeting. The award, named in honor of Professor Sir Cato T. Laurencin of the University of Connecticut, was given by Dr. Laurencin. It is considered one of the highest honors of the W. Montague Cobb/National Medical Association Health Institute and the National Medical Association.
Grown ConNECTed: Cultivating Community and Food Access Across Eastern Connecticut
“Find a farm you love and support them. There are so many to choose from, and they’re all part of our community”
UConn Receives State GreenerGov Awards for On-Campus Sustainability Efforts
The projects being honored further the goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2030
Recommendations for Improving Black Women HIV Care and Racial Equity
UConn Health Disparities Institute share their insights about the national Black Women First Initiative and the path forward to improved care for Black women with HIV.
Air Purifiers May Reduce Heart Risks for People Exposed to Traffic Pollution
UConn School of Medicine study finds in-home HEPA air filters significantly lowered systolic blood pressure in adults with elevated readings.